The Seattle Seahawks wide receiver said Thursday that he "absolutely" expects to play against the New Orleans Saints on Saturday. Coach Pete Carroll confirmed, "Percy's playing.""If he's going, he's going," Carroll declared.

1. The Seahawks will be as close to full strength as they've been since the season opener. Carroll confirmed that hard-hitting in-the-box safety Kam Chancellor (hip) and speed tight end Luke Willson (ankle) will also get the green light for Saturday's game.